Go Back
–+ servings
Slice of Cowboy Meatloaf laying flat in the pan with remaining meatloaf from overhead.
Print Recipe
4 from 1 vote

Cowboy Meatloaf

Satisfy your hunger with Cowboy Meatloaf - a mouthwatering combination of beef, pork, beans, melty cheddar cheese, and tangy BBQ sauce!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Keyword: Cowboy Meatloaf
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 610kcal
Author: Amanda Rettke--iamhomesteader.com

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup (240 g) canned pinto beans, drained, rinsed
  • ½ cup (108 g) plain breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup (280 g) BBQ sauce, divided
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup (113 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Set aside a large loaf pan (6 ½ x 10 inches) or a similar-sized pan.
  • To a medium skillet over medium heat, add vegetable oil. Once hot, add the onion and green bell pepper, sautéing until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooled vegetables, ground beef, ground pork, eggs, pinto beans, breadcrumbs, ½ cup of the BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, salt, cayenne, and black pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf from becoming tough.
  • Press half of the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, creating an even layer. Using the back of a spoon, make a shallow indentation in the center of this layer.
  • Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly within the indentation. Top with the remaining meat mixture, pressing gently to seal the cheese inside. Form into a loaf.
  • Brush ¼ cup of the remaining BBQ sauce over the top of the meatloaf, reserving the rest of the BBQ sauce for later.
  • Bake for 40 minutes. Carefully remove from the oven and brush with the remaining BBQ sauce.
  • Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) on a meat thermometer.
  • Allow the meatloaf to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Video

Nutrition

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 610kcal